Hollow Knight: Silksong Steam Update Hints at 2025 Release

Recent developments surrounding Hollow Knight: Silksong have reignited excitement and speculation among fans. Microsoft's mention of the game in an official Xbox post, followed by significant backend changes to its Steam listing, suggest that a re-reveal and potential release might be on the horizon.

On March 24, the Steam metadata for Hollow Knight: Silksong was updated, as documented on SteamDB. These updates include an opt-in for the game on GeForce Now, Nvidia's video game streaming platform, along with changes to assets and the legal lines on the Steam store page. Notably, the copyright for Hollow Knight was updated from 2019 to 2025, hinting at a possible release year.

With Nintendo's Switch 2 Direct scheduled for April 2, anticipation is building. Fans are hopeful for new information about Hollow Knight: Silksong, especially given its initial announcement included platforms such as Windows, Mac, Linux, and Nintendo Switch. The game's inclusion in Microsoft's Game Pass day-one lineup has also heightened interest.

It has been six years since Hollow Knight: Silksong was first announced, with sporadic updates and long periods of silence from Team Cherry. January saw increased speculation due to cryptic social media activity from a developer, suggesting a possible re-reveal during the Switch 2 Direct and a potential timed exclusive release on Nintendo's next-gen console.

In June 2022, Hollow Knight: Silksong was featured in Microsoft's Xbox-Bethesda Showcase, with a promise that everything shown would be playable within the next 12 months. However, in May 2023, Team Cherry announced a delay past the first half of 2023, citing the need for more time to refine the expansive game. Matthew Griffin, Team Cherry's marketing and publishing lead, emphasized their commitment to delivering a high-quality experience.

As the sequel to the critically acclaimed Hollow Knight from 2017, Silksong carries immense expectations and remains one of the most wishlisted games on Steam. IGN's review of the original Hollow Knight praised its rich world, compelling story, and the freedom of exploration, setting a high bar for Silksong.

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